Eloise Trenda
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The number of pet dogs in France was estimated at about 7.5 million in 2021, a slight increase compared to four years before, when there were approximatively 7.4 million pet dogs counted.
Pet dogs in France
In France, over than half of the population declared owning a pet, and a quarter had one or more dogs within their household. According to a study conducted in 2017, the dog was voted French people's favorite pet.
Pet dog market
In 2020, dog products represented 36 percent of the sales revenue from pet products in France. In a survey regarding the annual expenditure of French people on their pet dog, respondents explained that, in 2020, about half of their budget went to food purchase and approximatively a fifth of it was dedicated to veterinary expenses.
Moreover, the market for pet food for dogs is expected to experience a substantial growth in the next few years, according to forecasts.
Pet dogs in France
In France, over than half of the population declared owning a pet, and a quarter had one or more dogs within their household. According to a study conducted in 2017, the dog was voted French people's favorite pet.
Pet dog market
In 2020, dog products represented 36 percent of the sales revenue from pet products in France. In a survey regarding the annual expenditure of French people on their pet dog, respondents explained that, in 2020, about half of their budget went to food purchase and approximatively a fifth of it was dedicated to veterinary expenses.
Moreover, the market for pet food for dogs is expected to experience a substantial growth in the next few years, according to forecasts.
